Aggregate Maintenance/Operator

Jurgensen Companies; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Melvin Stone Company is seeking a full-time Aggregate Maintenance/Operator to operate and maintain our modern plant and equipment. The role includes feeding material with a front-end loader, performing inspections, and performing basic repairs to conveyors, crushers, and motors.

The ideal candidate will have experience in an aggregate quarry or similar industrial setting, strong safety discipline, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating front-end loaders or similar equipment.
• Proficient in basic welding and fabrication.
• Strong safety awareness and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end loader safely to feed material into the plant.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and daily safety checks.
• Diagnose and repair plant equipment, including conveyors, crushers, and motors.
• Use welding, cutting, and fabrication skills to repair components as needed.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe, working condition and report issues promptly.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Heavy Equipment Operation

Welding & Fabrication

Safety Awareness

Communication

Physical Endurance

Education

High school diploma, GED, or HSE

Job description

Do you want to operate and work on modern well-maintained equipment for a change? Are you mechanically inclined? Do you have experience operating heavy equipment?Melvin Stone Company is currently seeking self-motivated and dependable full-time Aggregate Maintenance/Operator.As an Aggregate Maintenance/ Operator, you will regularly be maintaining/fixing equipment, operating the aggregate plant, and operating a front-end loader (once trained). Aggregate Maintenance/ Operators work in a fast-paced environment and are provided with a variety of challenges. We are proud to use modern and well-maintained equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working within an aggregate quarry/mine and proven safety track record, however we are open to develop candidates with great overall experience outside of aggregates. Being able to think and act on your own is very important for this role.Core Competency Areas & Responsibilities:1. Equipment Operation & Production SupportOperate a front-end loader safely and efficiently to feed material into the aggregate processing plant.Perform routine equipment inspections and complete daily preventative maintenance and safety checks.Use programmable logic controls (PLCs) for basic operation and system monitoring as required.2. Mechanical Maintenance & TroubleshootingConduct diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment including screens, conveyor belts, crushers, and motors.Replace and adjust mechanical components to ensure proper equipment function.Maintain operational continuity by identifying wear or failures and correcting issues quickly.3. Fabrication & Tool UseUse welding, cutting, and fabrication skills to repair or reinforce plant components as needed.Operate a variety of hand and power tools including grinders, cutting torches, impact wrenches, and more.Maintain tools and equipment in safe, working condition.4. Safety & ComplianceWork in compliance with all company policies, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.Support the creation of a safe work environment through hazard recognition and proactive risk mitigation.Participate in safety meetings and training programs.Key Skills & Qualifications:Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems and equipment.Heavy Equipment Operation: Experience operating front-end loaders or similar equipment.Welding & Fabrication: Basic to intermediate welding and fabrication experience.Safety Awareness: Commitment to maintaining a clean, hazard-free, and compliant work environment.Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting and coordination.Physical Endurance: Ability to lift 50 lbs., work in inclement weather, and climb ladders/stairs up to 24 feet.Minimum Requirements:High school diploma, GED, or High School Equivalency (HSE).Valid driver’s license.Prior experience in a plant or industrial setting, particularly with aggregates or construction materials.Ability to work overtime, weekends, and flexible shifts as needed.EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/DFSP